Skil Skilsaw 5751, Instructions Manual, Page: 9 / 96

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in
accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
5) SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CIRCULAR SAWS
●
Avoid damage that can be caused by screws, nails and
other elements in your workpiece; remove them before
you start cutting
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When you put away the tool, switch off the motor and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
●
Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a
capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)
●
In case of jamming or electrical or mechanical
malfunction, immediately switch off the tool and
disconnect the plug
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SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
●
Use only accessories with an allowable speed matching
at least the highest no-load speed of the tool
●
Never use the tool without the original protection guard
system
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This tool should not be used by people under the age of
16 years
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The noise level when working can exceed 85 dB(A);
wear ear protection
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If the cord is damaged or cut through while working, do
not touch the cord, but immediately disconnect the plug
●
Never use tool when cord is damaged; have it replaced
by a qualified person
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Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the
voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with
a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a
220V supply)
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This tool is not suitable for wet cutting
●
The kerf guide has to be adjusted in case different
diameters of sawblade are used
●
Do not use a circular saw blade of which the body
thickness is bigger, or the teeth setting is smaller than
the thickness of the kerf guide
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Do not remove the kerf guide
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After switching off your circular saw, never stop the
rotation of the saw blade by a lateral force applied
against it
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Never use circular saw blades made of high speed steel
(HSS)
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Never use grinding/cutting discs with this tool
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Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade
●
Do not use a dull or damaged blade
●
Do not operate the saw if lower guard does not move
freely and close instantly
●
Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position
●
Do not work materials containing asbestos (asbestos
is considered carcinogenic)
●
Take protective measures when during work dust
can develop that is harmful to one's health,
combustible or explosive
(some dusts are considered
carcinogenic); wear a dust mask and work with dust/chip
extraction when connectable
●
Do not attempt to cut extremely small workpieces
●
Remove all obstacles on top of as well as underneath
the cutting path before you start cutting
●
Do not work overhead with the tool
●
Only use a saw table provided with a switch that
prevents restarting of the motor after interruption of
voltage
●
Always disconnect plug from power source before
making any adjustment or changing any accessory
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
●
Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
●
If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this
tool, it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
USE
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Changing saw blade
3
- take hex key A from storage B
- open lower guard C by using lever D
- change saw blade with saw teeth and arrow printed
on saw blade pointing in same direction as arrow E
! make sure that clamping surfaces F of flanges are
perfectly clean and face the blade
- tighten blade bolt G with hex key 1/8 turn past finger
tight (ensures slippage of saw blade when it
encounters excessive resistance thus reducing motor
overload and saw kickback)
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Adjusting cutting depth (0-51 mm)
4
- for an optimal quality cut the saw blade should not
extend more than 3 mm below the workpiece
- loosen knob H
- raise/lower foot F until desired cutting depth is set
- tighten knob H
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Adjusting cutting angle (0-45°) 5
- loosen knob K
- tilt tool until desired cutting angle is set on scale using
indicator L
- tighten knob K
! when bevel cutting, cutting depth does not
correspond with value on cutting depth scale
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Kerf guide M
6
- protects saw blade from getting jammed in the
workpiece
- needs readjustment when min./max. space is affected
or upon changing of saw blade
Readjusting kerf guide 6
- adjust and tighten foot J to maximum cutting depth 4
- loosen bolt N
- adjust kerfguide M
- tighten bolt N
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